LEOBEN, AUSTRIA – AT&S Austria Technologie & Systemtechnik AG is entering the defense sector as part of a strategic diversification plan aimed at boosting long-term stability amid rising geopolitical tensions. The company plans to manage this expansion from its Leoben facility, which is being evaluated for upgrades to meet defense production standards.

The move is designed to provide planning security and reduce exposure to economic fluctuations, with annual revenue expectations in the mid-double-digit million range. AT&S also emphasized that all defense-related activities will comply with Austrian and EU regulations.

AT&S aims to contribute to European security and resilience while expanding into a market segment with growing strategic importance.